Guwahati, May 2 -- Reported by Bit Irom

Imphal: Security forces destroyed 23 bunkers illegally constructed in the hill ranges of Mongkot Chepu, Shongphel, Mullam, Sirarakhong, and Ringue villages under Litan Police Station in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Friday, officials reported on Saturday.

The bunkers were established by armed groups for territorial control amid escalating ethnic violence and renewed tensions in 2026. These fortified positions were erected to defend villages from perceived attacks by opposing communities.

From the sites, security personnel recovered one 12-bore pump-action gun, 17 live rounds of ammunition of different calibres, 111 fired cases, a battery charger, a magazine pouch, and a pair of jungle boots.

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